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Jacklyn O.


Frederick, MD

$15-20/hr

Sweet, Loving Woman Who Loves Children

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I am a certified teacher assistant specializing in special education. I love the field, it brings a smile to my face when I see the children I'm around smiling. I am a caring, loving woman who loves to help children.
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Alyssa M.


Frederick, MD

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! I am 24 years old with 10 years of experience working with children of all ages, from newborns to school-aged kids. My goal is to provide a safe, fun, and enriching environment where your child can thrive. I am experienced in meal prep, light housekeeping, homework help, and creating fun educational activities. I'm also...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Cynthia W.


Frederick, MD

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have a 9-year-old son. I have been through many hours of training in child care and in special needs child care. I was the nanny for a 9-year-old girl with autism and then she lived with me and my son for over a year.
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Maria Carolina P.


Frederick, MD

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nanny And Nurse

As a Nurse I have a large experience with special needs. I used to work in a hospital on a ICU. As a nanny, I took care of a boy who has Asperger's Syndrome for one year! I am very professional and I love being helpful for people who really need! I love to share compassion and love with kids and families! I am sure I was born to...
I have always had interest in working with special needs children. Ever since I started middle school I always tried to be involved with the programs at the schools I attended. Throughout all of middle school and high school I worked with young adults and surprisingly they taught me more than I taught them. I also took ASL as my...
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Reniah D.


Frederick, MD

$22-26/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi my name is Reniah I have six years of babysitting and 2 1/2 years of working full-time with special needs kids. I enjoy playing with kids taking them out helping them when they need it
Reniah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
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Gabrielle K.


Frederick, MD

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

My little sister has a severe developmental delay and I have been caring for her as long as I can remember. I also have worked at Rock Creek (a special needs school) and have had children with special needs at my job as a preschool teacher. I do have experience with children in a wheelchair, autism, and developmental delays.
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Kelsey E.


Frederick, MD

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kelsey and I have a background in Behavior Therapy. I have been a Registered Behavior Technician for about eight years working with children and teens on the autism spectrum. I've had experience as a nanny to 7 different families with children ages 10 weeks to 7 years old. I've taught in 4 different preschools and...
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Kaitlyn M.


Frederick, MD

$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

Fun, Dynamic And Adaptable Teacher Seeking Nanny Position.

Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and it is so nice to meet you! I am a 23-year-old former teacher looking for a nanny position to grow my passion of working with kids! I have three years of paid childcare experience at Bright Eyes Early Learning Center in Fredrick, Maryland focusing on children 7 months to 12 years old. Additionally, I...
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Claudia G.


New Market, MD

$18-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Services

I'm currently a special education teacher for Montgomery county public schools. I have been working with students with significant cognitive and physical disabilities as well as many types of syndromes for 4 years. I have lots of experience with individuals with autism, Down syndrome, intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy,...
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Carli M.


Thurmont, MD

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mom Of 4 And OT

I have a BA from Franklin & Marshall in the Biological Foundations of Behavior and a graduate degree in Occupational Therapy. I am licensed in Maryland and have worked in both the adult and pediatric populations but am not currently practicing. I also have experience as a horseback riding instructor, nanny, behavioralist and...
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Latisha F.


Frederick, MD

$15-29/hr • 9 yrs exp

Love Kids

Hello I am very good at taking care of kids and I know how to take care of children who have special needs. I have plenty of experience and my nephew has autism so I know how to care for children
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Alice J.


Frederick, MD

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Pediatric Special Needs

I am a dedicated and passionate caregiver with over 20 years of experience working with clients with special needs. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, and I have a deep personal passion to provide exceptional companionship. With my extensive experience along with my background in early childhood education, as a certified...

Maham A.


Frederick, MD

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For Job

5.0

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Hello! My name is Maham. I enjoy working with children and I think children need many positive influences in their lives, I worked with children for years and have a knack for providing care. I am patient, nurturing and very creative, and I just enjoy being with them. I currently intern at a government contracting company as...
Maham can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"I have 2 boys, 7 and 4, and Maham is our go to babysitter. They absolutely love her and are excited to hear when she's coming over. I really appreciate that she does things with them, versus them just sitting around watching TV or playing video games."

Saima M.

Alex S.


Frederick, MD

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver With Flexible Hours

I have experience with children ages 3-12 as well as working with special needs children. I volunteered for TOPS soccer which is a program that provides children with special needs an opportunity to play soccer with the supervision of buddies. I have worked multiple camps with children (both boys and girls) where I worked...
Alex can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alexandra C.


Frederick, MD

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi!

My name is Alexandra, I am a mom of 3, all in school age now, have experience with special needs kids, caring and playful, looking to help. Have also experience in housekeeping. Thanks for considering.
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Leah C.


Frederick, MD

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Teacher Looking For Summer Position

15 years experience in homes, 10 years in the classroom. Worked with infant and pre-school, all the way up to high-school and college. Special needs training. Experience with pet care, home care and errand running.
Leah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Sashina M.


Frederick, MD

$17-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

Sometimes We Need A Extra Hand.. Or Two

Greetings :) I am currently an expecting mother (first trimester) and seeking either a regular babysitter/nanny job. Ive been babysitting since I was 14 years old from infants to my family friends & cousin with down-syndrome. I have professional experience in home care agencies with elder and special needs child care ranging...
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Kate B.


Brunswick, MD

$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter And Petsitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Experience caring for children of all ages. Worked with special needs kids and sick children. Experienced with most pets of all sizes. Love to play with the kids and do crafts and comfortable supervising at the pool. Have a large suv and comfortable driving kids home from school or to and from sports events. I've lived with...
Kate can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I almost don't want to post my review because I want to keep Kate all to myself, but I will share our experience for her benefit. I posted a job for a "Sitter/Child Entertainer" and Kate popped up in my queue as being just 15 minutes away. I messaged her and...

Tory S.

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Andrea D.


Frederick, MD

$15-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages including some with special needs. I have kids of my own. I currently care for infants on a weekly basis & have for several years and absolutely love it. I have taken Infant-Adult CPR & First Aid training. I have also done childcare jobs that involved pet sitting...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have had Andrea caring for my daughter for the past 2 1/2 years. She has been excellent. If it hadn't been for our daughter reaching the age to start in a school environment, we would still be utilizing Andrea. In fact, outside of school hours, we still will...

Michael F.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Walkersville, MD

Maham A.

5.0

I have 2 boys, 7 and 4, and Maham is our go to babysitter. They absolutely love her and are excited to hear when she's coming over. I really appreciate that she does things with them, versus them just sitting around watching TV or playing video games.

- Saima M.

Kate B.

5.0

I almost don't want to post my review because I want to keep Kate all to myself, but I will share our experience for her benefit. I posted a job for a "Sitter/Child Entertainer" and Kate popped up in my queue as being just 15 minutes away. I messaged her and she was very prompt in responding and...

- Tory S.

Andrea D.

5.0

I have had Andrea caring for my daughter for the past 2 1/2 years. She has been excellent. If it hadn't been for our daughter reaching the age to start in a school environment, we would still be utilizing Andrea. In fact, outside of school hours, we still will be! My wife and I have crazy work...

- Michael F.

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